[Hiring] Senior Manager Cyber Org Alignment & Compliance @Mashreq

Role Description

The Information Security Cyber Organization Alignment role is focused on the strategic alignment of information security practices with the bank’s overall risk management strategy, compliance requirements, and governance frameworks. The role focuses on driving Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) initiatives to strengthen the bank’s security posture while ensuring alignment with regulatory and business objectives through effective processes.

• Risk tracking
• Compliance monitoring
• RCSA
• Evaluating exceptions
• Ensuring accurate reporting

The role ensures the right level of governance is in place and drives continuous improvement in risk management processes. It leverages automation to streamline processes and enhance risk visibility across the Information Security Group through managing GRC solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a Banking environment
• 3+ years of experience in information security
• Familiarity with information security technologies, risk, threat and vulnerability assessments, and security measures
• Experience with governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, PDPL)
• Professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC)

Requirements

• Ensure compliance with policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Identify, assess, and manage information security risks
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive process for managing policy exceptions
• Perform risk assessments for proposed policy exceptions
• Coordinate and ensure regular risk control self-assessments across various business units
• Maintain accurate and timely reporting of offshoring activities
• Oversee the implementation and management of information security compliance across the bank
• Be the owner of the bank’s GRC platform for ISG
• Enable centralized knowledgebase and GRC solution
• Support local CISO’s / IS SPOCs in regulatory audit discussions

Benefits

• Foster a culture of security awareness and compliance within the organization
• Continuously improve the information security posture of the organization
• Ensure that information security risks are effectively managed and mitigated

Company Description

The leading financial institution in MENA, Mashreq Bank proudly thinks like a challenger, startup, and innovator in banking and finance, powered by a diverse and dynamic team who put customers first. Together, we pioneer key innovations and developments in banking and financial services.

• Helping customers find their way to Rise Every Day
• Delivering superior service to clients by leading with innovation
• Treating colleagues with dignity and fairness
• Pursuing opportunities that grow shareholders' value
• Actively contributing to the community through responsible banking